ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT New Mexico launches online map of development-ready sites to attract businesses New online tool shows 47 locations assessed through the state’s site-readiness program
News MDC inmate dies weeks after reported suicide attempt Cause of death is being investigated, according to MDC
NORTHERN NEW MEXICO Taos Land Trust acquires 144 acres in high-risk wildfire zone near Taos Ski Valley Nonprofit plans to establish 'regional fire break,' conservation easement in Sangre De Cristo fireshed
NEWS David Rusk, former Albuquerque mayor and son of US secretary of state, dies Rusk was known for love of city he called home for 20 years
NEWS ABQ residents hopeful about possible changes to Lomas Boulevard Recommendations include removing traffic lane, altering light pattern between Girard and San Pedro
NEWS New Mexico’s bond rating upgraded amid state’s push to reduce revenue volatility Improved credit rating could reduce state’s borrowing costs, increase economic appeal
CRIME Four arrested after Albuquerque city councilor's brother-in-law found dead Albert Peña's death being investigated as a homicide after being found dead in High Rolls
BUSINESS Canadian EV vehicle company commits to Santa Teresa Manufacturing facility and U.S. headquarters to open in June
NEWS Alamogordo man pleads guilty to COVID loan fraud Man faces up to 30 years in prison after defrauding the government of over $500,000 through fake businesses and falsified documents
NEWS Albuquerque employee recognized for supporting National Guard ABQ Animal Welfare Department director receives Patriot Award
CRIME Farmington man faces 19 charges in alleged crime spree Man allegedly committed multiple burglaries, theft and vehicle theft within days, telling police he was 'just trying to survive'
RETAIL Chicken chain eyes Albuquerque for expansion The Nashville-style chicken brand is aiming to land in the Duke City in 12 to 18 months
GOLDEN GLOBES 'One Battle After Another' and 'Hamnet' take top honors at Golden Globes Seehorn, of Albuquerque-based 'Pluribus' takes home top prize
NEWS Dozens of non-citizens picked up by ICE indefinitely held in New Mexico detention Sergei Izbitski lived in the US for decades, ran a successful business, and now sits in detention with no country to deport him to. His story isn't unique.
NEWS Police ID suspects in burglary and APD shooting Police: Arrested suspect says he did not know man involved in both incidents
NATIONAL LABS Sandia director says ‘our impact today is real’ as lab hits new spending record The lab spent a record $5.2 billion in fiscal year 2025 despite cuts to its workforce last year
NEWS Man charged with murder after cemetery shooting Donald Thompson, 49, faces life in prison after allegedly shooting a man during an argument at a cemetery on New Year's Day.
ENVIRONMENT NM Forestry Division: Bark beetle tree mortality more than doubled for second consecutive year Warmer year-round temps, tree stand density identified as major drivers of ongoing insect-caused desiccation
BUSINESS Could Netflix’s takeover of Warner Bros. bring more productions, jobs to New Mexico? State says streaming giant, which has spent millions on production in New Mexico, has been a ‘great partner’
NORTHERN NEW MEXICO Santa Fe appoints third-generation police officer as interim top cop Longtime Santa Fe officer to focus on community policing, plans to apply for long-term role as head of department
NEWS Jury convicts ex-Navy SEAL on fireworks charges Gregory Vandenberg accused of plotting to harm police at No Kings protest
BUSINESS New Mexico movie theaters brace for change as Netflix courts Warner Bros. Deal could boost production in state, but cinema owners doubt streaming giant's commitment to big screen
NEWS 'Come together for a common cause' Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dream week begins Monday; ABQ to host several events
NEWS Police fatally shoot man in Albuquerque mobile home park Incident was first Albuquerque police shooting of 2026
RETAIL Smash & Shake makes sizzling debut in Albuquerque’s Northeast Heights The new eatery offers malted shakes, beef tallow-cooked fries and New Mexico-inspired burgers
HEALTH CARE Albuquerque behavioral health center to expand crisis services with new facility All Faiths Children’s Advocacy Center to open new, larger clinic in June
NEWS Two arrested at ICE protest in Albuquerque Federal authorities detained individuals after a confrontation outside the Department of Homeland Security facility
NEWS Dry, warm winter could mean a bad fire season Abnormal wildland fire potential predicted in eastern New Mexico for February, March
NORTHERN NEW MEXICO Santa Fe woman accused of throwing sledgehammer at officer, threatening to burn homes Incident prompted one of two closures on St. Francis Drive Thursday
NEWS APD charges movie director with child sexual abuse Abuse allegedly occurred on the set of 'The Cleaning Lady' in 2023-2024
NEWS Governor appoints CYFD official to lead new Office of the Child Advocate After fierce debate, office was created to provide oversight of New Mexico's child welfare agency
RETAIL Blaze Pizza, Rusty Taco close New Mexico locations Two of the three restaurants were located at Coronado Center
NEWS Man charged in 2023 shooting death Police say woman was shot by a drug dealer during a robbery gone wrong
NEWS Clovis man charged with vehicular homicide in crash that killed brother Driver allegedly reached 149 mph before crashing during police pursuit in eastern New Mexico city
SOUTHERN NEW MEXICO $1.5M broadband grant serves Silver City students Nearly 500 households to receive high-speed internet
NEWS 'Breaking Bad'-themed anti-littering campaign leads to removal of more than 10.5 million pounds of trash Governor's Office says more than 1,900 volunteers helped with cleanup efforts
NEWS Quirky Books encampment court ordered to clear out After reported fire and homicide on-site judge sides with city in legal battle
NEWS Jurors convict man in fatal stabbing on an ABQ bus Jurors opt for lesser charge of voluntary manslaughter in 2025 slaying
NEWS Senate pushes back on Trump's military threats against Venezuela with war powers vote Trump’s administration is seeking to control Venezuela’s oil resources and its government, but the resolution would require congressional approval for any further attacks on the country
NEWS 'He loved the people of New Mexico': Former activist, politician Roberto Mondragón dies Mondragón served as two-time lieutenant governor under former Gov. Bruce King
NEWS Ex-Navy SEAL's fireworks trial nears conclusion FBI agents testify that Vandenberg planned to target police
NEWS Albuquerque launches search for new police chief City hires executive search firm for up to $100,000 following Harold Medina's retirement
NEWS Change in City Hall: Women now hold supermajority After election, a new member and new leadership are seated
NORTHERN NEW MEXICO Santa Fe Police reopen section of St. Francis Drive but are unable to locate man accused of shooting from rooftop Officers reported hearing shots fired west of Calle Mejia, seek public's assistance
NORTHERN NEW MEXICO Snow, gusty winds hit northern New Mexico Utility companies brace for return of winter weather, with snowfall forecast for Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Española and Taos
NEWS Governor appoints former Lincoln County commissioner Rex Wilson to vacant state Senate seat Newly appointed senator will join Legislature in time for start of 30-day session
Fatal crash involving dump truck closes westbound I-40 Traffic is being diverted at Zuzax exit after fatal crash
Man who held himself out as Native American activist sentenced to 46 years for serial rapes Redwolf Pope was found guilty of similar charges in New Mexico in 2020
ISOTOPES Meet Chrissy Baines, the next general manager of the Albuquerque Isotopes Longtime GM John Traub to transition to advisory role with club
NEWS Treasurer of ABQ mail handler's union charged with embezzlement and fraud Money allegedly used to buy alcohol, cigarettes and other personal items
NEWS Man charged with allegedly robbing jewelry store during Ruidoso wildfire Over $20K worth of merchandise was stolen as evacuation efforts were underway
HEALTH New Mexico bucks federal vaccine recommendations NMDOH will continue to recommend full slate of childhood vaccines
NEWS Budget battle could be taking shape at Roundhouse, as legislative panel unveils $11.1 billion spending plan Funding for child care assistance, health care administrative costs key differences in dueling budget plans
NEWS Bernalillo County Fire Rescue welcomes $1.9M truck to North Valley station New truck includes wireless technology and be better able to maneuver
NEWS Navajo police shoot and kill armed man in To'hajiilee Incident occurred after officers responded to a reported kidnapping